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Proxy firm, Hype DC founders stand by takeover target Accent’s board

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
November 04, 2026 • 06:40 AM
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Multiple shareholders have described Frasers Group’s takeover attempt of ASX-listed Accept as opportunistic ahead of a crucial AGM later this month.

Proxy firm, Hype DC founders stand by takeover target Accent’s board

Mike Ashley’s bid to topple the Lawrence Myers-led Accent Group board is facing growing backlash with at least one proxy firm and multiple shareholders publicly opposing a spill.

Ashley’s Frasers Group lobbed a premium-less takeover bid for the $411 million ASX-listed Accent Group in June, and quickly declared its 65¢ a share bid best-and-final.

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